The City That Can Do Anything

Hong Kong is an exceptionally diverse metropolis that has something for everyone.

Once a traditional fishing village, Hong Kong is now one of the most impressive cities in the world . Despite its relatively small urban area, this southern Chinese metropolis is home to more than 300 buildings over 150 meters tall. The skyline is particularly beautiful when viewed from the famous Star Ferry, which connects Kowloon and Hong Kong Island. And the Symphony of Lights, a gigantic light show, illuminates numerous skyscrapers around Victoria Harbor
every day at 8 p.m.



But Hong Kong has much more to offer than impressive architecture. Numerous attractions and cultural events draw international visitors—from Arts Month in March, which includes Art Basel Hong Kong, and the grand Dragon Boat Race in June, to the Mid-Autumn Festival in September and the Wine & Dine Festival in October, where select international wines and culinary delights are offered at many venues. A ride on the colorfully painted Ding Ding trams, Hong Kong Island’s double-decker streetcars, and a trip on the cogwheel railway to Victoria Peak, the island’s highest point, are worthwhile experiences all year round. The view from here is breathtaking.

FESTIVE ATMOSPHERE Lanterns on Lee Tung Avenue for the Mid-Autumn Festival




You also shouldn’t miss a visit to the trendy new Old Town Central district: Here, colorful street art, galleries, restaurants, bars, and boutiques have found a chic home behind historic facades—for example, in the trendy shopping hotspot PMQ or in the Tai Kwun complex, a former prison that now offers numerous highlights for art lovers.
In the West Kowloon Cultural District, too, museums and creative spaces form a stage for aesthetics and innovation. The M+ Museum, designed by Herzog & de Meuron, is considered Asia’s leading center for contemporary visual culture. Right next door, the Hong Kong Palace Museum is setting new standards for art and cultural exchange. In the trendy district of Sham Shui Po, on the other hand, designers’ hearts beat faster: here you can find unique items to tailor your own clothes. Your culinary needs
are also taken care of, as delicious street food is served on every corner.

Cuisine is a top priority in Hong Kong: Countless dai pai dongs (street food stalls) ensure that visitors are greeted by the fragrant aromas of freshly cooked food. More than 15,000 restaurants, 76 of which have been awarded MICHELIN stars, make the metropolis the “culinary capital” of Asia. No wonder Hong Kong will host “Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants” in 2026. Cocktail lovers are also in for a treat: Bar Leone topped the “World’s 50 Best Bars” ranking in 2025. By the way, you can find restaurant tips from locals in “Taste Hong Kong”—the first gourmet guide of its kind, published by the Hong Kong Tourism Board in collaboration with the Chinese Culinary Institute (CCI). It invites visitors to discover the city’s vibrant culinary scene through the eyes of over 50 local master chefs.

Last but not least, a trip to the countryside should be on your bucket list . Hard to believe, but true: two-thirds of this megacity consists of undeveloped land! Nearly half of it is even protected as a nature reserve. Around 240 islands belong to the Special Administrative Region, many of which are uninhabited. The best way to explore green Hong Kong is via the countless hiking and biking trails. They wind through marshlands and river landscapes, rustic eucalyptus forests, and bamboo groves up to green mountain slopes with views of the sea. Swimming enthusiasts and water sports fans will find more than 40 beaches, many of which are accessible only on foot or by boat. So: Hop on the ferry and head out to the sea, where Hong Kong’s nature awaits explorers!

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